First Team Defense
Jonathan Allen
Photo by Clarence Thomas
Brenner garnered 6A all-state honorable mention after anchoring the Jesuit defensive line as a 10th grader.
D.J. Ward, DL, 6-4, 240, Lawton (Okla.)With 94 tackles and nine sacks, Ward was a 6A all-state honorable mention selection and led Lawton to one of its best seasons in recent years.
Jonathan Allen, DL, 6-3, 215, Stone Bridge (Ashburn, Va.)In his first varsity season, Allen was simply outstanding, recording 20 sacks and eight forced fumbles for one of Virginia's top programs.
Robert Nkemdiche, DL, 6-5, 255, Grayson (Loganville, Ga.)Nkemdiche enjoyed one of the finest sophomore campaigns in the country. He was a AAAAA first team all-state selection following his 18-sack season.
Ben Gedeon, LB, 6-3, 215, Hudson (Ohio)Nicknamed "The Freak," Gedeon was a third team Division 1 all-state selection and is quickly earning a reputation for his athleticism and tenacity.
Robert Nkemdiche
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Major's 104 tackles and 11 sacks, earning 3A all-state recognition and leading Piedmont to a 13-2 finish.
O.J. Howard, LB, 6-5, 210, Autauga Academy (Prattville, Ala.)An AISA all-state pick, Howard nearly possesses a college-ready frame right now and has enough quickness to double as a wide receiver for his team.
E.J. Levenberry, LB, 6-3, 210, Annandale (Va.)Levenberry was once again an impact player for DeMatha, but expects to play at Lake Braddock in 2011. He's currently attending Annandale.
Reuben Foster, LB, 6-2, 205, Troup (LaGrange, Ga.)Already a coveted prospect, Foster was a difference-maker on varsity for the second straight year.
Zach Guiser, DB, 6-1, 190, Greensburg Central Catholic (Pa.)One year after leading the WPIAL in interceptions with eight, Guiser was seldom targeted by quarterbacks, but still snagged three interceptions and recovered two fumbles.
Antonio Connor
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Connor played a key role in South Panola's run to a
mythical national championship. He made 89 tackles and intercepted four passes for the Tigers and was an all-state selection.
DaShon Hunt, DB, 5-8, 160, Westlake (Westlake Village, Calif.)Hunt scored defensive touchdowns in each of his first three games and finished the season with seven interceptions. The Ventura County Star named him to the all-county team.
William Likley, DB, 5-8, 175, Glades Central (Belle Glade, Fla.)Likley could be the next major athlete to emerge from Muck City.
Joseph Davidon, P, 6-6, 175, Findlay (Ohio)Davidson was a third team all-state punter in Ohio's Division 1.
